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A SINGLE-dose nasal spray treatment could 'wash away' build ups of toxic proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease from brain cells and improve memory, scientists say. The study - performed on mice - paves the way for new treatments against Alzheimer's and dementia, researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch said.

Single-dose nasal spray ‘washes the brain’ of toxic Alzheimer’s proteins – paving the way for breakthrough treatment

Many studies have suggested that psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, might be useful in treating a variety of mental health conditions. But we don't really know what's going on at the level of "functional brain networks" – the communication pathways that connect different regions of the brain.

Scientists Reveal What Your Brain Looks Like on Psilocybin

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Scientists are developing an engineered parasite to get drugs into the brain.

Genetically engineered 'mind control' parasite could deliver drugs to the brain

In mouse trials, researchers have discovered a molecule that they say can restore both cognition and even memories lost to Alzheimer's disease. In a press release about the study, which was published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the University of California at Los Angeles explained that the synthesized molecule works much differently from current Alzheimer's drugs on the market.

New Drug Restores Lost Alzheimer’s Memories in Mice

I’ve always adored cinnamon. Its aroma warms the cockles of my heart, and its flavor makes me feel as if I’m wrapped up in an old fairy tale. However, I was floored when I reviewed some of the latest research regarding the effects of cinnamon on brain health.

Cinnamon versus brain cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and insomnia

Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Cannabis use is on the rise globally, prompting questions about its effects on the brain. But what is the truth?. Ultimately, understanding the diverse effects of cannabis on the brain can help individuals make informed decisions about their health. Further...

What Cannabis Does to Your Brain

Visual hallucinations are a significant issue for many patients with Parkinson’s disease. A recent study published in the journal Brain reveals that these hallucinations are associated with a marked deficiency of cholinergic activity in specific regions of the brain, particularly the left ventral visual stream and the left superior temporal lobe. This research highlights the importance of cholinergic denervation in visual hallucinations, offering new insights into the underlying mechanisms and potential treatment options.

Visual hallucinations in Parkinson’s disease linked to cholinergic deficiency

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New research suggests that lowering dietary folate can enhance metabolic flexibility. In a study published in Life Science Alliance, scientists from Texas A&M AgriLife Research discovered that reducing folate intake can promote healthier metabolisms in aging animal models. This finding challenges the traditional belief that high folate consumption is universally beneficial for health.

According to Scientists, Eating Less of This Vitamin Could Boost Longevity

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Scientists at Mayo Clinic say they have identified a new type of memory loss that is very similar to Alzheimer’s disease, but doesn’t progress as quickly and has a “better prognosis."

Mayo Clinic finds new type of memory loss that’s often mistaken for Alzheimer’s

Salt Lake City, UT

A collaborative study by researchers from the University of Utah Health and Baylor College of Medicine has uncovered the crucial function of the default mode network in creativity using sophisticated brain imaging, highlighting possibilities for future therapeutic interventions. Have you ever had the solution for a tough problem suddenly hit...

Neuroscientists Have Pinpointed the Origins of Creativity in the Brain

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Getting drugs into the brain is a challenge. A new study suggests a brain parasite may be able to help.

A common parasite could one day deliver drugs to the brain − how scientists are turning ‘Toxoplasma gondii’ from foe into friend

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Psychedelics have captivated both popular culture and scientific research for decades. Recently, these powerful compounds have gained attention as potential treatments for various brain disorders, including depression and PTSD. Despite the growing interest, the intricate ways in which psychedelics interact with our brains have remained a mystery. To investigate, a...

Visualizing the effects of psychedelics in the brain

Autism spectrum disorder risk was similar with prenatal topiramate or lamotrigine vs. no antiseizure medication exposure. Prenatal valproate was tied to a dose-dependent increased autism spectrum disorder risk. Autism spectrum disorder incidence was higher for children with prenatal exposure to antiseizure medications vs. the general population, but some associations weakened...

Childhood autism may be linked to prenatal exposure to antiseizure medication

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

These are all things people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, may ask themselves daily, if not hourly. As a family nurse practitioner in primary care, I have diagnosed and treated numerous patients with ADHD. I was also diagnosed with it at the age of 21. Understanding how the wiring differs...

ADHD brains present unique challenges, but the condition is highly treatable − a primary care nurse practitioner with ADHD explains the science

Early-stage trials in Alzheimer’s disease patients and studies in mouse models of the disease have suggested positive impacts on pathology and symptoms from exposure to light and sound presented at the “gamma” band frequency of 40 Hz. A new study zeroes in on how 40Hz sensory stimulation helps to sustain an essential process in which the signal-sending branches of neurons, called axons, are wrapped in a fatty insulation called myelin. Often called the brain’s “white matter,” myelin protects axons and insures better electrical signal transmission in brain circuits.

Study reveals ways in which 40Hz sensory stimulation may preserve brain’s ‘white matter’

Imagine a brain, the soft tissue inside your head, that is injured and can’t heal. This is the harsh reality for millions worldwide dealing with neurological disorders like trauma, stroke, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative diseases. The inability to regenerate neurons worsens these conditions. The devastation results from the permanent loss...

Scientists find a way to regenerate old neurons

Although the overall use of benzodiazepines does not appear to increase the risk of dementia, long-term use is associated with a reduction in the volume of critical brain areas, such as the hippocampus and the amygdala, according to new research published in BMC Medicine. This finding supports current medical guidelines that caution against prolonged benzodiazepine use.

Long-term benzodiazepine use linked to shrinkage in two brain regions

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Early in life, the protein Reelin helps assemble the brain. Later on, it appears to protect the organ from Alzheimer’s and other threats to memory and thinking.

A protein called Reelin keeps popping up in brains that resist aging and Alzheimer’s

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Unveiling the Hidden Complexities of the Human Brain

Researchers used high-resolution electron microscopy to image a small piece of human brain tissue, generating a 3D map of over 57,000 cells and nearly 150 million...

Unveiling the Hidden Complexities of the Human Brain

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